Awakening a Fierce Feminine Buddhism

What does it take to respond to the world with open hands and an open heart?

This silent meditation retreat will offer myths, stories and archetypes of Buddhist women, past and present. The teachings will illuminate the qualities of wisdom, compassion, courage, and the desire for freedom. We will explore feminine and transfeminine archetypes including: Prajnaparamita, the mother of all Buddhas; Kali, the divine protector; and Quan Yin and Avalokitesvara, the one who hears the cries of the world. We will also share stories of the women who surrounded the historical Buddha, as well as the present-day feminine Dharma lineage of Buddhist nuns, teachers and practitioners across the cultural spectrum. Our time together will support an embodied integration of the feminine into spiritual practice, relationships, work and life.

The structure of the retreat will include silent sitting and walking, meditation instruction, dharma talks, and meetings with teachers. All genders are welcome.